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Medically Reviewed By: Henry Nwanguma WHAT IS GLAUCOMA?   G laucoma is a disease that damages your eye's optic nerve. It usually occurs when fluid builds up in the front part of your eye. That extra fluid increases the pressure in your eye, damaging the optic nerve. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness for people over 60 years old. But blindness from glaucoma can often be prevented with early treatment. TYPES OF GLAUCOMA  There are two major types of glaucoma, they include; Primary open-angle glaucoma This type of glaucoma is common. It happens gradually, when the eye does not drain fluid as well as it should (like a clogged drain). As a result, eye pressure builds and starts to damage the optic nerve. This type of glaucoma is painless and cause no vision changes at first. Some people can have optic nerves that are sensitive to normal eye pressure. This means their risk of getting glaucoma is higher than normal. Regular eye exams are important to find ear...

Man As The Centre Of Science  M an in his capacity is a singular creature and the most remarkable of all the creatures that live on earth . He is highly equipped with enormous qualities which made him different from the rest of the animals. Only man, among the other creatures has intellectual faculties , spiritual and physical qualities. The spiritual nature of man is called his soul . His intellectual capacities are attributed to his possession of complex brain that is very superior to that of other creatures. His physical qualities involved his ability to stand erect and the possession of creative working hands. The unique nature of man, makes him not to be just a figure in the landscape . He is ubiquitous animal, who is able to modify the environment to suit him. He has developed for himself, means of surviving in different environments, makes and uses different tools for different purposes, makes fire, builds houses with varying materials, and is able to manipulate alm...

The first question that many women and couples want to have answered after experiencing a miscarriage is simple. Why? A miscarriage can be an incredibly devastating event, with long-lasting emotional repercussions, including depression, anger, fear, and guilt, but one of the most difficult aspects of a pregnancy loss is simply the complete lack of knowledge surrounding the event. Doctors shrug their shoulders and friends murmur sympathetic "These things happen," but nothing can ease the pain of parents who simply want to know why their miscarriage occurred in the first place. "When you think about a pregnancy and you think about the beginnings of a human being forming and all the things that have to go perfectly, it really and truly is a miracle when it happens," says Dr. Elizabeth Nowacki, an OB/GYN at St. Vincent Fishers Hospital in Indiana. "You have two sets of genetic material coming together that have to divide, and sometimes things go ...

There are a number of disorders and ailments that can afflict the penis - and then of course there are the dreaded sexually transmitted infections. Many men don't know a whole lot about the workings of their penis and most of us don't worry much about its general well-being either, which is all a bit surprising, considering how important it tends to be to most of us. But things do go wrong. There are a number of disorders and ailments that can afflict the penis and then of course there are the dreaded STIs (sexually transmitted infections) that can leave you with a present from an amorous encounter you could certainly have done without. Here is a selection of the various conditions that can affect your penis. It is not a completely comprehensive list and if you have a specific concern you should consult a medical doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. • Peyronie's disease involves the extreme curvature of the penis when erect and is th...

Medically Reviewed By:  Mgbeobu David   T he kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located at the left and right parts of the body in vertebrates. Kidneys are seen at the back of the abdominal cavity in the retroperitoneal space. However, in adults they are about 11 centimetres (4.3 in) in length. Kidneys receive blood from the paired renal arteries; blood exits into the paired renal veins. Kidney failure happens when your kidneys lose the ability to filter waste from your blood sufficiently and actively. Records had it that many factors can obstruct or interfere with your kidney health and function, such as; Toxic and dangerous exposure to environmental pollutants or certain medications. Certain harmful, acute, and chronic diseases. Dangerous and severe dehydration.  Kidney trauma. Your body becomes overloaded with toxins when your kidneys can't perform their required and regular work. This can lead to kidney failure and even be life-threatening if it's...

Burning, itching, and an unpleasant odor are just some of the common symptoms of vaginal infections. But treatments vary by condition, so it's important to know which type of vaginal infection you have. "To the gynecologist, vaginitis is a vaginal discharge with or without itching and burning, with or without an odor,” says Gregory R. Moore, MD, MPH, an obstetrician-gynecologist and director of the University Health Service at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. Some women seem to be more prone to vaginal infections than others for reasons that are not entirely obvious, Dr. Moore says. What Upsets the Normal Vaginal Balance A healthy vagina has many bacteria and yeast. However, some things can disturb that healthy balance. These include: Douches Hormone level changes Antibiotics Vaginal intercourse Pregnancy and breastfeeding The Most Common Types of Vaginal Infections There are three very common types of vaginal infections, says Cynthia Kr...

Don’t rely on routine tests alone to protect you from cancer. It’s just as important to listen to your body and notice anything that’s different or odd. BELOW ARE 20 IMPORTANT SYMPTOMS WOMEN OVERLOOK: 1. Wheezing or shortness of breath One of the first signs many lung cancer patients remember noticing is the inability to catch their breath. 2. Chronic cough or chest pain Several types of cancer, including leukemia and lung tumors, can cause symptoms that mimic a bad cough or bronchitis. Some lung cancer patients report chest pain that extends up into the shoulder or down the arm. 3. Frequent fevers or infections These can be signs of leukemia, a cancer of the blood cells that starts in the bone marrow. Leukemia causes the marrow to produce abnormal white blood cells, sapping your body’s infection-fighting capabilities. 4. Difficulty swallowing Trouble swallowing is most commonly associated with esophageal or throat cancer, and is sometimes one of the f...

Medically Reviewed By: Mgbeobu David   M asturbation is the manipulation or stimulation of one's own or another's genital organs, usually to orgasm, by manual contact or means other than sexual intercourse. Masturbation is a normal sexual behavior and is healthy as it can help people fall asleep and reduce stress levels, anxiety or other tension. Also, it is a great thing for immune functioning, a good thing for prostates and can help in increasing the levels of endorphin production.  However, there are several negative effects of masturbation. Below are some of them: 1. TOUCHING MAY MAKE CLIMAX HARDER  If you masturbate several times before having sex with your partner, you might have difficulty to reach climax. So it is best advised to leave the penis a day or two to recharge itself. Masturbation can make man to respond to only his own touch and give less response to the touch of other people. This would eventually make it a bit tougher to reach climax. ...

M edically Reviewed By: Mgbeobu David H aving a baby is a dream for some women and a nightmare for others. Not all women are in situations where they can have babies easily and happily. When things don't go well for a woman, abortion may be the only option she is left with. Medically speaking, abortion is a forced termination of a viable pregnancy. Many moral issues and stigma surround abortion, and sometimes it is not a personal choice, but a medical necessity. Regardless of the situation, abortion is not a push-the-botton approach. It carries its own set of complications and side effects that affect women on both the physical and emotional level. Although it is generally safe when done at the hands of professionals, competent doctors; it comes with some consequences that are worth considering. Even women who already made their decision need to be aware and educated on the subject. This phase is a lot to deal with and the outcomes could be devastating in the near or far fut...

H ow to lose weight has been the thought of many people; and there are several natural ways that have been actually proven to work. Here are 23 ways to lose weight naturally: 1. Endeavor to Add Protein to Your Diet Whenever you are looking for means of weight loss, go for protein because is the king of nutrients. Your body burns calories when digesting and metabolizing the protein you have eaten, so a high-protein diet can boost metabolism by up to 80-100 calories per day. However, a high-protein diet can also make you feel more full and decrease your appetite. Some studies have shown that people eat over 400 fewer calories per day on a high-protein diet. For instance, eating a high-protein breakfast (like eggs) can have a mighty effect. 2. Eat Whole, Single-Ingredient Foods  The only way to help yourself in order to become healthier is to base your diet on whole, single-ingredient foods. As you are fond of this, you eliminate the large majority of added sugar, added ...